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Drink of the Week: Aviation American Gin

Imbibe Magazine

When Aviation American Gin first hit shelves in 2006, it was something of a novel spirit. Unlike the juniper-forward London dry gins that had long dominated the market, Aviation brought other botanicals to the forefront, with its prominent citrus, spice, and floral notes.

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Drink of the Week: Stray Dog Wild Gin

Imbibe Magazine

When I try a new gin, I find myself wondering what sorts of botanicals and ingredients are in the bottle—and why. Either way, give Stray Dog Wild Gin a try. Husband-wife duo Johnny Livanos and Adriana Solely, two longtime drinks industry professionals, created Stray Dog in 2020. Are there historical and cultural ties?

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Gin Trends in 2024

Cheers

Once the star of the cocktail scene, gin has never regained momentum since vodka took off in recent decades. But based on the number of new craft gins and unique expressions hitting the market, and a few key gin acquisitions from major spirits players, the U.S. is warming to gin once again — for real this time.

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The Top 10 Gins of 2023

Drinkhacker

As the weather warms up, a young man’s fancy turns of course to lighter fare, with gin one of the most essential pieces of the springtime cocktail puzzle. We sampled plenty of outstanding gins over the last year, and with this feature we profile the greatest hits of 2023. Need more picks? 30 (700ml) -CN 2. Always delightful.

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Joey Folkersma: We hear from the 2024 Bartender of the Year

Australian Bartender

The competition presented by Australian Bartender magazine and sponsored by Hendrick’s Gin and Monkey Shoulder Whisky. He will head to Scotland in 2025 with the team from Hendrick’s Gin and Monkey Shoulder as well as appearing on the cover of Australian Bartender magazine. In 2020 I made it to the top 8. The 2024 judges!

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We Ask BCI’s Jean-Francois Bonneté About Maison Gabriel Boudier, Celebrating 150 Years of Excellence and Savoir Faire

Chilled Magazine

They for instance were chosen by the American Army to be their producer of Gin during World War II in Burgundy (which is why and when they created their London Dry Gin, which is now available in the US). The story says the General overseeing the tender was also distilling Gin back home in his state of Texas.

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7 Things You Should Know About Aviation Gin

VinePair

The United Kingdom has a strong claim as the world’s gin capital. But in recent decades, a host of new exciting gin destinations have emerged, including the good old U.S.A. One pivotal player in the spirit’s stateside evolution: Aviation American Gin , a homegrown brand that found celebrity fame.

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